Libya repatriates 369 Nigeria and Mali migrants
Libya repatriated 369 irregular migrants to their home countries Nigeria and Mali, including more than one hundred women and children,
Building the Great Green Wall: Africa’s ambitious fight against desertification
In 2007, the African Union launched the Great Green Wall (GGW) initiative, an ambitious effort to restore 100 million hectares
IMF approves release of 820 million U.S. dollars for Egypt
The International Monetary Fund completed a review allowing Egypt to draw 820 million U.S. dollars, saying efforts to restore macroeconomic
World Athletics ratifies Faith Kipyegon’s 1,500m world record
World Athletics has ratified the world record set by Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon in the 1,500m. Kipyegon clocked a time of
Future gold: A look at Africa’s rising stars at the Paris 2024 Olympics
Several up-and-coming talents from Africa officially begin their quest for Olympic glory this week in Paris. Not only will they
Rwanda’s electoral commission confirms Kagame’s re-election
Rwanda’s incumbent President Paul Kagame of the ruling Rwanda Patriotic Front (RPF) won the presidential election held on July 15
WHO raises concern over rise in road traffic deaths in Africa
Africa recorded a 17 percent increase in road-related fatalities between 2010 and 2021, in contrast to a five percent fall
Kenyan president makes changes to police and prisons services
Kenyan President William Ruto has announced a major shakeup in the leadership of the country’s security agencies. Kenya’s Inspector General
Ethiopia announces squad for Paris Olympics
2020 Olympic 10,000m champion Selemon Barega is on his way to Paris, in search of more gold for Ethiopia. The
Egypt, Tunisia to represent Africa at Olympics tennis tournament
Mayar Sherif of Egypt and Tunisia’s Moez Echargui will represent Africa at the tennis tournament during the 2024 Olympic Games